{"product_id":"dewalt-7-8-in-1-2-in-drive-6-point-deep-impact-socket-sae-dwmt73940osp","title":"DEWALT 7\/8-in. 1\/2-in. Drive 6-Point Deep Impact Socket, SAE (DWMT73940OSP)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/drive-size.svg\" alt=\"drive-size\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e          \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Socket Reach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe deep socket design gives you the clearance you need over longer studs and recessed fasteners, which makes it a better fit for wheel service, suspension work, and general mechanical repair.\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e          \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Repeated Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003ePremium chrome vanadium steel gives this socket the strength and durability expected from a shop-ready hand tool that sees regular use.\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/handle.svg\" alt=\"handle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e          \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetter Grip by Hand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eKnurled beauty rings help reduce hand slippage when you are starting or removing the socket, which is a small detail that matters when your hands are oily or gloved.\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e      \u003cp\u003eThe DeWalt DWMT73940OSP Mechanics 6 Point 1\/2 in. Drive Deep Impact Socket 7\/8 in. SAE is a single deep impact socket built for mechanics, automotive work, and anyone using a 1\/2 inch drive ratchet or impact setup on larger SAE fasteners. This is a deep impact socket designed for fastening and loosening 7\/8 inch SAE nuts and bolts. Model Number: DWMT73940OSP.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eThe main reason to choose this socket is simple: it handles a common larger fastener size in a deep pattern that works better when the fastener sits on a longer stud or below the surface. That extra depth makes it more useful for jobs where a standard shallow socket can bottom out before it fully seats. The 6-point opening is the right choice when you want stronger engagement on the flats of the fastener instead of putting more stress on the corners.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eDeWalt builds the DWMT73940OSP from premium chrome vanadium steel, which matters because sockets live a hard life. They get thrown in drawers, rolled around carts, and used in dirty environments where durability matters more than looks. Chrome vanadium is a proven material for this kind of hand tool because it balances toughness and long-term wear resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eOne of the better practical details here is the knurled beauty ring. That gives you a little more grip when you are handling the socket by hand, especially when your fingers are slick with oil, grease, or road grime. It is not a flashy feature, but it is exactly the kind of small shop detail that makes daily use less annoying.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eBecause this is a 1\/2 inch drive deep socket in a 7\/8 inch SAE size, it fits naturally into automotive and mechanical tool kits built around standard 1\/2 inch drive ratchets, breaker bars, and compatible impact tools. If you already work in that drive size, this socket drops right into the system you are already using without any extra adapters or oddball setup.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eThis socket makes the most sense for automotive technicians, fleet maintenance crews, farm equipment owners, and serious DIY users who need a dedicated larger SAE deep socket instead of making do with adapters or shallow sockets that do not reach. If you are working on lug-related service, suspension hardware, or other larger fasteners where depth matters, this is the kind of single socket worth keeping in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDeWalt DWMT73940OSP Deep Socket Reach\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/20260526230_1.jpg\" alt=\"DeWalt DWMT73940OSP deep impact socket 7\/8 inch SAE shown as a 1\/2 inch drive socket for mechanical fastening work in automotive and shop settings\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e          \u003cp\u003eA deep impact socket earns its keep when a shallow socket will not fully seat over a nut on a long stud. That is the practical advantage here: better access without changing your whole setup.\u003c\/p\u003e          \u003cul\u003e            \u003cli\u003e7\/8 inch SAE socket size for larger standard fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003e1\/2 inch drive fits common ratchets, breaker bars, and impact tool setups\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003e6-point design gives solid contact on the flats of the fastener\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003c\/ul\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e        \u003cul\u003e          \u003cli\u003e(1) DeWalt DWMT73940OSP 7\/8 in. SAE Deep Impact Socket\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003c\/ul\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003eDrive Size\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003e1\/2 in.\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003eSocket Size\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003e7\/8 in.\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003eMeasurement System\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003eSAE\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003ePoint Type\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003e6-Point\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003eSocket Type\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003eDeep Impact Socket\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003eChrome Vanadium Steel\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003ePiece Count\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003c\/table\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/drive-size.svg\" alt=\"drive-size\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e          \u003cdiv\u003e            \u003cstrong\u003eDrive Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e            \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eFits tools and hand tools that use a standard 1\/2 in. square drive.\u003c\/div\u003e          \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/size.svg\" alt=\"size\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e          \u003cdiv\u003e            \u003cstrong\u003eFastener Size\u003c\/strong\u003e            \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eDesigned for 7\/8 in. SAE nuts and bolts.\u003c\/div\u003e          \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eAutomotive\u003c\/span\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMechanics\u003c\/span\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eFleet Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eEquipment Repair\u003c\/span\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGarage Use\u003c\/span\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e        \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eIf you are working on a nut that sits on a long stud, reach for the deep socket first instead of stacking adapters and extensions. You will get a cleaner fit and fewer chances for wobble at the fastener.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e      \u003ch3\u003eOne of those single sockets that saves time fast\u003c\/h3\u003e      \u003cp\u003eThe DeWalt DWMT73940OSP is the kind of dedicated deep socket that makes sense the minute you run into a longer stud and realize a shallow socket is not getting it done.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cul\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Techs, mechanics, and serious DIY users who already work with 1\/2 inch drive tools and need a 7\/8 inch SAE deep socket in the box.\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e You get a practical 6-point deep design, chrome vanadium steel construction, and a knurled ring that makes handling easier when the shop gets greasy.\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a single socket, not a set, so it is best for filling a specific gap in your lineup or replacing a size you use often.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003c\/ul\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cul\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size fastener is this socket made for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a 7\/8 in. SAE socket.\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat drive size does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e It uses a 1\/2 in. drive.\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a 6-point or 12-point socket?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a 6-point socket.\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a shallow or deep socket?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a deep impact socket.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003c\/ul\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DeWalt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53249983742246,"sku":"DWMT73940OSP","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/20260526230_1.jpg?v=1779887801","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/dewalt-7-8-in-1-2-in-drive-6-point-deep-impact-socket-sae-dwmt73940osp","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}